E-Seminary
Iowa School for Life Long Theological Education
The Rev. Tom Gehlsen, 515-277-6165

What is E-Seminary?
Brochure about E-Seminary
Aug 2006 article in Living Church

What classes are being offered now?
(Registration for the following classes is being accepted until  August 15, 2008) 

How do I register for a class?
Download Registration form 
Online registration

INSTRUCTOR: The Rev. Mary Pope, Ph.D.

MEETING: Mondays beginning September 8, 2008 for 8 weeks (Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22, Sept 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 13, Nov. 3, Nov. 10)

TIME: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course examines the challenges of ministry with the dying: the theological task, resources in the Book of Common Prayer & 1982 Hymnal, ethical issues, as well as options for care giving.

PASTORAL THEOLOGY 210: Tools of the Trade: Fulfilling God's Mission
 

INSTRUCTOR: The Rev. Georgia Humphrey

MEETING: Wednesdays beginning September 10, 2008 for 8 weeks (Sept. 10, Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, Oct. 22, Oct. 29)

TIME:   7:00 – 8:30 PM

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

We are called to fulfill God's mission. Using these tools: 1) Family Systems Understanding; 2) Congregational Size Characteristics; 3) LENS creating; 4) Evaluating the Life Cycles in Congregations; 5) Building Grace Margins; we can gain new understanding of ministry and fulfill our Baptismal vows. These tools are ours for the journey so that we understand our call from God and the mission of the faith community. When using these tools we are shaped by the heart of God, and can create ministry as a people of God.

THEOLOGY 205: Faith Defined
 

INSTRUCTOR: The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe

MEETING: Tuesdays beginning September 16, 2008 for 10 sessions ( Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Sept. 30, Oct. 14, Nov. 4, Nov. 11, Nov. 18, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec.9)

TIME: 7:00-8:30 PM

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

In this course students will view theology articulated in the Creeds, which stand as the defining instruments of our faith. Based on a format by Marianne Meeks in “Loving the Questions” an investigation into what is meant when one speaks of God, Creator, Christ, Salvation, the Spirit, the Church, Baptism and the Future. Reading will include works by Meeks, Karl Barth, Luke Timothy Johnston and Austin Farrer among others.

Application for Continuing Education Units All E-Seminary classes are eligible for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits through Episcopal Divinity School. If you would like to receive CEUs for the class you are registering for, you must also mail this for in with your Registration form.

Evaluation form E-Seminary students should complete and return this form (by mail or e-mail) when the class has conluded